A WIDNES residents' association was celebrating this week after its actions in tackling anti-social behaviour resulted in the eviction of a nuisance neighbour.

Mrs Patricia McGowan, formerly of Plumley Gardens, Widnes, appeared in court on February 24 after residents and William Sutton Housing Association joined forces to help free the estate from one of its most anti-social residents.

The order also bans the 49-year-old from being on the estate for two years.

The move by the housing association follows a catalogue of 'completely inappropriate conduct' from Mrs McGowan, including intimidation and aggressive behaviour.

Wendy Pretten, of William Sutton, thanked residents for their help in securing the eviction.

She said: 'The residents have helped us every step of the way by providing information and also appearing in court to help us secure the eviction.

'Eviction will always be the last resort, but the message is that intimidation and harassment and threats towards residents, tenants and our staff will not be tolerated.'

The eviction follows the launch of a new pledge by William Sutton Housing Association back in January to 'demote' the tenancy of those involved in persistent anti-social behaviour.